LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) stands with the Filipino nation in celebrating the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence Day on Friday, June 12, 2026.
To mark this historic occasion and encourage the public to participate in the national celebrations, LRMC will offer free rides to all LRT-1 passengers from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Known as the Heritage Line, the LRT-1 system traverses key historical locations and cultural destinations across Metro Manila. The free ride initiative aims to make it easier for the public to join Independence Day festivities and visit cultural and tourist spots near stations, allowing Filipinos to reconnect with the nation’s rich history.
During the free ride period, passengers with beepTM cards simply need to tap their cards at the Automated Fare Collection System (AFCS) gates as usual, and no fare will be deducted from their load. Ticket Vending Machines will only process Stored Value Card initial purchases and top-up transactions. Passengers who will opt to use Single Journey Tickets will be requested to proceed to the teller booths to claim free tickets.
On Independence Day, LRT-1 will follow its holiday operating schedule. The first trains are scheduled to depart from both Dr. Santos and Fernando Poe Jr. Station at 5:00 AM. For the last trips of the day, the final train will leave Dr. Santos Station at 9:30 PM, while the final train from Fernando Poe Jr. Station will depart at 9:45 PM.
For more LRT-1 updates, follow @officialLRT1 on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
